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What happened on December 14, 1995
ENTERTAINMENT
MOVIE REVIEW : Moor Better Bard : Powerful Performances Anchor an Involving, Slimmed-Down 'Othello'
By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Music and Drugs: Who Will Stop the Trip? : Pop music: The industry takes a look at its role in curbing the addiction problem before more artists die, but some executives say that enforcement would be difficult.
By Steve Hochman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Neo-Punk Band Rated PG-13 : Pop music review: Although Green Day delights teens, the group will need to show more depth before those fans move on to more liberating attractions.
By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
A Grande Dame's Grand Return : Music: After 19 years away, with a new biography in hand, Renata Tebaldi comes back to the United States and adoring crowds at the Met.
By Walter Price, Special To The Times
CLUB REVIEW : Fancy-Free Milieu Helps Form a More Perfect Union
TELEVISION No More Roseys for Goodman?: John Goodman has...
By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
JAZZ REVIEWS : John Scofield Offers Lesson in Funk
By Don Heckman
JAZZ REVIEWS : Capers Shows Off Skill, Personality
By Bill Kohlhaase
ART REVIEWS : Bloom's 'Floating World' of Fluid, Intrusive Detail
By Susan Kandel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ALBUM REVIEWS : CD Packages for Classical Christmas
By Steve Metcalf, THE HARTFORD COURANT
Chanticleer Shows That Virtuosity Is Its Own Reward
By Timothy Mangan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Boy George Gives an Oddly Charming Show
By Richard Cromelin
THEATER REVIEW : 'Les Miserables' Stirs With Sweeping Majesty
By Philip Brandes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : Sci-Fi Writer, Cartoonist Will Meet the Public : Ray Bradbury will sign his books, and Sergio Aragones plans to discuss his drawings.
By Frances Halpern, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : Santa Susana Troupe Gives Humbug a Good Name With Seasonal Delight : The company's sixth annual 'Christmas Carol' features a top-notch Scrooge and well-seasoned cast.
By Todd Everett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : CENTERPIECE : Chicano Pop-Rock Masters Bring Their Music to Town : The three groups introduced their Latino-flavored sound nearly 25 years ago. They'll play in Ventura on Saturday.
By Robyn Loewenthal, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : CENTERPIECE : Taking Tradition Door-to-Door : Latino Neighborhoods Are Preparing for Posadas, Candlelit Christmas Processions
By Robyn Loewenthal, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
More Holiday Programs : Oc Live!
By Corinne Flocken
DANCE : 'Nutcracker' Snow Queen Reins In Kids : OC LIVE!
By Zan Dubin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Oc Live!
'Civil War Christmas' Unites Revelers With Traditions of 1865 : OC LIVE!
By Corinne Flocken, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANTS : OC LIVE! : Savoring S. America at Ginga Brazil, Pollo Inka
By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VALLEY WEEKEND : CD-ROMs Are Family Affair at This Company : Roaring Mouse produces children's programs offering fun and learning, with help from the little ones in the producers' families.
By Aaron Curtiss, TIMES STAFF WRITER; Staff writer Aaron Curtiss reviews video games regularly
MUSIC : VALLEY WEEKEND : Embracing Be-Bop's Most Difficult Music : Pianist Claude Williamson performs the exhilarating, challenging notes of the late Bud Powell.
By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OC LIVE! : Audiences Again Find Steve Martin a Grand Father Figure
By Lynn Smith, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VALLEY WEEKEND : Stores Take Sticker Shock Out of Buying Toys
By Geri Cook, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ART : VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : Images Celebrate the Nobility of Farm Laborers
By Josef Woodard
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : KIDS : 'Green' Gifts Make Sense on Holiday Shopping List : The spirit of the season and the spirit of conservation can mesh with Earth-friendly presents.
By Richard Kahlenberg, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
PROFILE : VALLEY WEEKEND : DJ Faces Frenzy of Musicians Anxious for 'Local Spotlight' : Mimi Chen of KSCA-FM sorts through the good, the bad, the inaudible to find bands.
By Robin Rauzi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Holidays' : Music Of The Angels
MUSIC : VALLEY WEEKEND : Jimmy O Says He Looks for the Bright Side of the Blues : The Burbank-born musician brings his brooding band to the Classroom in Northridge.
By James E. Fowler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VALLEY WEEKEND : Readings Allow Stage Groups to Test the Theatrical Waters : Interact holds the development sessions every Monday night. Special performances of 'She Loves Me' this weekend will benefit the company.
By Tom Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : VALLEY WEEKEND : 'Farndale' Troupe's Bad Isn't Good Enough : Spoof of 'A Christmas Carol' falls flat on performances that blur the line between intended and unintended faux pas.
By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VALLEY WEEKEND : MUSIC : Valley Dog and Cat Lover Turns Pet Sounds Into the Howlelujah Chorus : If Christmas carols 'sung' by felines top your list of holiday hits, Mike Spalla hopes you'll be itching to buy his new recording featuring canine performers.
By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VALLEY WEEKEND : Archetype of Nude Reveals New Meanings : Yolanda Gonzalez explores the theme of self-examination in her painting series, 'metamorphosis.'
By Josef Woodard, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : VALLEY WEEKEND : Bargain Prices Are This Eatery's Eccentricity
By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VALLEY WEEKEND : KIDS : Put Earth-Friendly Gifts on Your Shopping List : The spirit of the season and the spirit of conservation can mesh with environmentally sound presents.
By Richard Kahlenberg, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ventura County Weekend : Holidays
VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : Rosarito Beach Cafe Opens Again for Lunch : Midday offerings will be much like those at a taqueria. Sunday brunches are also planned.
By Leo Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OC LIVE! : High Drama : Cumming Is Making Sure His First 'Messiah' Has the Might Stuff
By Chris Pasles, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS
JAUNTS : VENTURA COUNTY WEEKEND : Area Bird Lovers to Join National Tally as They Go Out for the Count : Two local Audubon clubs will be on the lookout for avians Sunday at the annual winter event. The census gauges the impact of pollution, loss of habitat and climate changes.
By Jane Hulsespecial To The Times
An AARP Letter Can Wreck Your Day : Aging: For some, joining the over 50 club means great discounts and other cool stuff. But many others don't like to admit their age, even if they do like taking advantage of their status.
By Pamela Warrick, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Master Bows Out : Givenchy Helped Make Women Into Style Icons, Fueling the Golden Age of Haute Couture
By Mimi Avins, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
On the Sidelines but Still a Player : He's a talk-show host and author. We haven't heard the last from Mario Cuomo.
By Mary Ann Giordano, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LAUGH LINES : Punchlines
BY DESIGN : Barely There
By Maureen Sajbel
Is Your Home a Danger Zone? : Real estate: Few of life's choices top where you live. But how can you be sure it's safe before you move in? Better do a little investigating.
By Bettijane Levine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : A Complicated Path Through Battles Waged Against the Arts : THE SCANDAL OF PLEASURE, by Wendy Steiner, University of Chicago, $24.95; 237 pages
By Richard Eder, TIMES BOOK CRITIC
A Poignant Tribute to Many Lives Lost : Memorials: The people of Lockerbie have not forgotten the 259 passengers and 11 locals killed by a terrorist bomb on Flight 103.
By Rich Roberts, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FASHION / SENSE OF STYLE : We Will, We Will Clothe You
By Mimi Avins, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
FASHION / SCREEN STYLE : Grecian Formula
By Betty Goodwin
An Ocean of Holiday Fun
By Laurie K. Schenden
Simplicity's Night Out : Understatement rules for evening. And while women can't go wrong with a little black dress, cocktail attire has other basic forms.
By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Behind the Scenes / Orange County : Store Openings Provide Time for a Reality 'Chic'
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : They Were Victims of World War II Atrocities, but of a Different Kind : THE COMFORT WOMEN: Japan's Brutal Regime of Enforced Prostitution in the Second World War, by George Hicks; W.W. Norton & Co.; $25, 303 pages
By Ruth Coughlin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Walter Tucker
Defining Rape
$500 Child Tax Credit
Whitewater Costs
Immigration Controls
Taiwan's Election
State Pay Raises
Methane May Play Key Role in Global Warming : Geophysics: Scientist says release of the gas from undersea crystals could have helped heat atmosphere in distant past. : SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
By Kenneth Chang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Congress Rejects Effort to Deny Bosnia Funding : Balkans: Clinton gets grudging support from Senate. But the House denounces decision to send troops.
By Elizabeth Shogren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
4 Officials Accused by Grand Jury in O.C. Bankruptcy : Finance: Two supervisors and county auditor face civil charges. Former budget director is indicted on criminal counts, which could lead to nine years in prison.
By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Chief Writes Memoirs That Skirt Controversies : LAPD: Book is due out in April. Williams defends omissions by saying, 'It's not intended to be a tell-all.'
By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hopes Build for Compromise on Balanced Budget
By Janet Hook and Jonathan Peterson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Congress Rejects Effort to Deny Bosnia Funding : Balkans: Vote seen as victory for Clinton. But many lawmakers still oppose deployment of U.S. troops.
By Elizabeth Shogren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
4 Officials Accused by Grand Jury in O.C. Bankruptcy : Finance: Two supervisors and county auditor face civil charges. Former budget director is indicted on criminal counts, which could lead to nine years in prison.
By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brown Savors Prospect of New Career as a Mayor : Politics: Ex-speaker wins 57% of the votes. He says he hopes San Francisco adopts his upbeat attitude and style.
By Jenifer Warren and Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
S.F. Voters Elect Liberal Activist as District Attorney : Politics: Terence Hallinan vows to soften tone of law enforcement. City prosecutors say they're nervous.
By Maura Dolan, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Enzyme Found to Be First Effective Stroke Treatment
By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Hopes Build for Compromise on Balanced Budget
By Jonathan Peterson and Janet Hook, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Trash Truck Supervisor in a Limbo of Despair
By Eric Lichtblau and Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
COLUMN ONE : A Magical Journey to the Deep : The ride down to the ocean's floor is not for claustrophobics. But a trip in the Alvin is worth the rare chance to see an eerie world of scientific and natural wonders.
By Tom Gorman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Speaker Is Heard, a 'Citizen' Caned
By George Skelton
UC Regents' Decision Threatens Diversity, Report Finds
By Amy Wallace, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
Local Politics Wins in San Jose : Congress: GOP says Democrats' tactics failed to turn Tom Campbell's successful race into a referendum on Newt Gingrich.
By Cathleen Decker, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Controller Urges End of Probate Referee System
By Paul Jacobs, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FBI Raids Rural Home in Probe of Fatal Arizona Derailment : Investigation: Val Verde man is detained briefly. He reportedly had disputes with two railroads.
By Eric Malnic and Bob Pool, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Storm Destroys Pier, Contributes to Fatal Crash : Weather: Three die in Moorpark accident. Ventura's landmark jetty sustains $1.5 million in damage.
By Miguel Bustillo and Tracy Wilson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Court Can't Decide Whether Dingo Killed Baby in 1980
\o7 Reuters\f7
Haiti Aims to Thwart Slum's Gangs Before Presidential Vote
By Juanita Darling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Romanian Plane Crashes in Italy; 49 Aboard Die
\o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
Cash-strapped towns gambling on gambling : After the casinos go in, localities have some good luck and some bad luck. A bill before Congress could help hedge the bets.
By David Lamb, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Washington Insight
From The Times Washington Bureau
NEWS ANALYSIS : White House Takes Risks With Whitewater Strategy : Inquiry: By invoking privileges, Clinton may win legal battle but lose political one. Senate panel expected to prolong fight.
By Jack Nelson, TIMES WASHINGTON BUREAU CHIEF
Suspect in 'Chilling' Plot to Bomb U.S. Airliners Pleads Not Guilty
By John J. Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nation IN BRIEF : OREGON : Suspect Arrested in Lesbian Slayings
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : HIV-Positive Soldier Charged in Assault
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : GEORGIA : U.S. Judges Redraw House Districts
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Diplomatic Ties Will Help Bind Peace Treaty
\o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
Family Seeks Foreign Help for Dissident
By Rone Tempest, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Wei's Harsh Sentence Reflects Hard Line
By Rone Tempest, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pentagon Test of Anti-Missile Missile Fails
\o7 From Reuters\f7
House OKs Interior Bill With Mine Ban
\o7 From Reuters\f7
Alexander Camp Pays $1 Million for TV Ads in Iowa, N.H.
\o7 Reuters\f7
Argentina Probes Arms-Ring Link to 1994 Jewish Center Bombing
By William R. Long, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kwasi Badu; Drummer, Dancer, Teacher From Ghana
David Marshall; Singapore Political Leader, Diplomat
\o7 From Associated Press\f7
Michael Emery; Educator, Journalist
By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Report Urges Tests on Plastics in Bridges
By Kenneth Reich, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dust Flies at Train Station
\o7 Associated Press\f7
Christopher Reeve Out of Rehabilitation Center
\o7 Reuters\f7
Russian Retreat May Jettison Space Station Deal
By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Little-Used Law Applied to Seek Officials' Ouster
By Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Grand Jury Accuses 4 : 3 Face Misconduct Charges; 1 Indicted on Felonies : Bankruptcy: Stanton, Steiner and Lewis could lose office if they get maximum penalty. Ex-budget chief Rubino is arrested on criminal counts as probe ends.
By Tracy Weber and Dexter Filkins and Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Pressed Not to Run, GOP Candidate Says : Politics: Pringle aide denies to trying to block primary campaign against Irvine assemblywoman.
By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Releases Plan to Create Wildlife Reserve : Environment: The aim is to protect threatened species, allow development in a 39,000-acre area. The experiment could become a national model.
By Deborah Schoch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rubino Sees Praises Turn to Accusations
By Michael G. Wagner and Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
O.C. IN BANKRUPTCY: THE GRAND JURY'S CHARGES : Things Are Far From Over, Officials Fear : Scene: Brusque D.A. investigators inform politicians of legal moves with little fanfare. As aide says, it continues image that woes are 'never-ending.'
By Lee Romney, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FELIZ NAVIDAD: Looking to break from American Christmas...
By Fred Alvarez
HOMETOWN BANDS: Disc jockey Mimi Chen, above, is used to...
By Nancy Hill-holtzman and Jon D. Markman
O.C. IN BANKRUPTCY: THE GRAND JURY'S CHARGES : 19 Citizens Certain to Leave Their Mark as Service Nears End : Law: Run-in with district attorney over possible conflict speaks to controversial panel's independence.
By Michael G. Wagner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
All-Valley Football Team
All-Ventura Football Team
Historic Ventura Pier Takes Another Battering : Storm: Waves destroy 420 feet of landmark. Damage is estimated at $1.5 million. High seas and debris close beach.
By Tracy Wilson and Miguel Bustillo, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Val Verde Home Raided in Probe of Derailment : Trains: Railroad salvage company official detained briefly in Arizona case.
By Bob Pool and Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
O.c. In Bankruptcy: The Grand Jury's Charges
O.c. In Bankruptcy: The Grand Jury's Charges
BUSINESS
Therapist Pleads Guilty to Insider Lockheed Deal : Securities: Information from a session with a company executive was parlayed into a market windfall.
By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Labor Winning Some : Contract With Boeing Helps Save Aerospace Jobs in U.S.
By Stuart Silverstein and Evelyn Iritani, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Labor Winning Some : Contract With Boeing Helps Save Aerospace Jobs in U.S.
By Evelyn Iritani and Stuart Silverstein, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Wells Plans Huge Inner-City Commitment : Banking: The $45-billion lending proposal is seen as an effort to win favor for its takeover bid for First Interstate.
By Patrick Lee and George White, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Daewoo to Build $180-Million Picture Tube Plant in Mexico
By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wells to Offer $45 Billion for Ecomonic Development : Banking: The 10-year commitment to loan money is seen as an effort to win favor for its bid for First Interstate.
By Patrick Lee and George White, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Retail Sales Up, but Analysts Not Impressed : Indicators: Economists say the results are a sign holiday sales will be lackluster. Others are hoping for a turnaround.
By George White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Health
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Retailing
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Retailing
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Company Town Annex
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Standard Brands Says It May File for Bankruptcy
By Paul H. Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Technology
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Kimberly-Clark to Cut Work Force by 6,000 : Layoffs: The firm will sell up to 12 plants to trim costs after its $9.4-billion purchase of Scott Paper.
From Associated Press
NBC, Microsoft to Announce 24-Hour All-News Channel
By Jane Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Aerospace
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Litton to Acquire PRC from Black & Decker : Corporate: The power-tool maker is selling the information technology services unit for $425 million.
From Bloomberg News Service
Congress, Industry: A Bad Connection
By Jonathan Weber, Jonathan Weber is technology editor for The Times' business section. His e-mail address is Jonathan.Weber@latimes.com
Reform Bill Prompts a Frenzy of Lobbying
By Jube Shiver Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
Health
Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banks Earned Record Profits in 3rd Quarter : Finance: Lower premiums and stable interest rates helped the bottom line.
From Times Wire Services
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Stocks Return to Setting Record Highs
From Times Wire Services
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Dow Zooms 41 to New High; Bonds Weaken
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business
International Business
Executive Travel : If You Travel in '96, You'll Pay More : Corporate: Changes in the hotel, airline and rental car businesses spell higher rates and less choice next year.
By Carol Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS : European Parliament Courts Turkey by Approving Free-Trade Pact
By Hugh Pope, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
International Business
International Business
International Business
Executive Travel : Gonna Check Out Early? That Could Cost You Something
By Christopher Reynolds, Christopher Reynolds is a Times travel writer
International Business
International Business : European Union, Latin America Look Toward Closer Trade Ties : Summit: Agreement will commit EU and Mercosur to economic and political talks over 10 years or more.
By William R. Long, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clothestime Plans to Shut Nine Stores in Orange County : Apparel: Discount retailer will close 137 outlets nationwide under bankruptcy proposal.
By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AST Buyouts Top $3 Million : Computers: Struggling Irvine firm's SEC filing also shows it's paying new chief Ian Diery $700,000 a year, stock options and $500,000 to move in. Base pay is among highest in O.C.
By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Homestead House Gets OK for Big New Store
Pharmaceutical Firms Plan Joint Venture
Medicare to Reimburse for Urohealth Products
Bankruptcy Court Approves Bridge Loan for Baldwin Co.
By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
President of Irvine's Platinum Software to Resign : Technology: Company, coming off losses and layoffs, will look for marketing expert to replace David Proctor.
By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Vans Inc. Picks Financial Officer
FOOD
BITES : How Cow?
By Charles Perry
Holiday Cookies
By Joan Drake
HOLIDAY COOKIES : A Spicy Dream : The Cookies Were Mysterious, Exotic. But Were They Real?
By Michelle Huneven
HOLIDAY COOKIES : The Biscotti Alternative
By Donna Deane, TIMES TEST KITCHEN DIRECTOR
HOLIDAY COOKIES : Billy Goats--Not at All Gruff
By Tracy Crowe Mcgonigle
HOLIDAY COOKIES : Forget the Cookies but Not the Taste
By Juli Ryan Tantum
HOLIDAY COOKIES : Preserving a Hannukah Tradition
By Judy Zeidler, Zeidler is author of "The Gourmet Jewish Cook" and "Judy Zeidler's International Deli Cookbook."
HOLIDAY COOKIES : Cookies for Small Hands
By Marion Cunningham
HOLIDAY COOKIES : The Secrets of Excess
Salad Days
By Russ Parsons
PROJECT : Garden Garland
By Tracy Crowe Mcgonigle
Clay Feat
Mauve Squad
By Charles Perry
Singing Batavia's Praises
By Jonathan Gold
Like Peeling an Onion: Depth and Variety Revealed : Santa Clauses and their ilk grow singly, the way bulbing onions do
By Sylvia Thompson
Second Half of December
By Sylvia Thompson
Holiday Head Start
By Abby Mandel
Fudge Flashback
By Rose Dosti
Tea Talk From the Experts
By Barbara Hansen
Twice Baked, Forever Popular
By Nick Malgieri, Malgieri is the author of the newly released "How to Bake" (Harper Collins)
A Cookie to Last the Year
By Bev Bennett
Sweet-Tooth Pleasers Without Sugar
By Mary Carroll
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Another Gem in Brown's Crown
Hatred Clad in Khaki : Army may need new rules to root out violence-prone extremists
Abrupt Dismissal Won't Fix MTA : Woes of transit agency go far beyond its CEO
JUSTICE WATCH : No Silence for Beijing
PERSPECTIVE ON RUSSIA : It's Not as Bad as We Say It Is : Inflation is down, the young are optimistic, the military is in decline and and the ruling class won't jeopardize its gains.
By Astrid S. Tuminez, Astrid S. Tuminez is a program officer at Carnegie Corporation of New York. She lived in Moscow for 18 months in 1990-92 as director of the Harvard Project on Strengthening Democratic Institutions
8-Year-Old Chess Whiz Heads to Tournament at Paris Disneyland : Game: West Los Angeles girl has been playing since she was 4 and is a state champion.
By Bob Pool, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Earlier Truck Malfunction Is Confirmed : Probe: Incident similar to cause of fatal bus accident occurred in August, officials say. A possible third such trash vehicle breakdown is also being investigated.
By Richard Simon and Lorenza Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Tucker Backs Wife as House Successor : Politics: Compton congressman attacks jury for conviction in bribery case.
By Jeff Leeds, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Simpson Juror Accuses Ito of Failing to Get Her $2,000 : Courts: The woman says the judge keep her on the panel by promising to have the court repay her for lost rental income.
By Andrea Ford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Indicts Hyundai Over Campaign Gifts : Politics: Korean firm will plead guilty to misdemeanor charges of making $4,500 in illegal donations to Rep. Jay Kim of Diamond Bar in 1992 race.
By Miles Corwin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Spielberg Notes Hollywood Twist for Dream Works : Entertainment: He, Geffen and welcome guests to studio site--the hangar where Howard Hughes built the Spruce Goose. Mogul dubs it a spot where dreams are brought to life.
By David Ferrell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : I Didn't Know That...
New Life Form Discovered on Lips of Norway Lobster
From Times staff and wire reports
Star Tours : SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
Potent New Weapon : Scientists say a new class of drugs called protease inhibitors could 'fundamentally change the landscape' of treating AIDS. : SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
1-Year-Olds Found to Look Like Their Fathers, Not Mothers
From Times staff and wire reports
Cocaine Vaccine Generates Antibodies That Block Effects
From Times staff and wire reports
Balloons Top List of Objects That Cause Choking Deaths
From Times staff and wire reports
International Human Rights Group Honors 8 of Its Monitors : World affairs: In L.A., watchdog organization's representatives from Asia, Africa and South America tell of struggles in working against political brutality.
By Patrick J. Mcdonnell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hold the anchovies: The journal, "The Chronicle of Higher...
By Steve Harvey
Powell Finishes Sentence; Koon to Be Released Today
Shoe Boxes of Gifts Get Send-Off for Children in Troubled Lands : Students contribute toys in 'Operation Christmas Child' effort for Bosnia, Rwanda.
By Antonio Olivo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Southeast : TRANSIT TINKERING
Southeast : State OKs Beer Sales at Pyramid Arena
Council Votes to Keep City Dump Open Until July 1
City Council OKs Plan Allowing Payment by Credit Card
Southeast : YOUTH LEADERSHIP
Central Los Angeles : Soil Near Homes to Be Tested for Oil Waste
San Fernando Valley : 2 Equestrian Centers for Lake View Terrace
Central Los Angeles : SONG OF GOODWILL
Westside : DOG PARK
Westside : FEE CUT
South Bay : CHARITABLE MELODIES
San Gabriel Valley : Azusa Voters Reject Proposed Card Club
San Gabriel Valley : OUT OF THE RUNNING
Getting With the Holiday Program
By Scott Harris
South Bay : Police Get Funds From Liquor Control Board
Justice Demands Reform in the Appeal Process : Death row inmates abuse constitutional protections while their victims' families suffer.
By Daniel E. Lungren, Daniel E. Lungren is attorney general of California
Westside : AIDS Facility for the Homeless Opens
Storm Whips Up Rain, Waves : Weather: Season's first wet front snarls traffic throughout county. Surfside residents worry the encroaching ocean is getting too close for comfort.
By Julie Marquis and Renee Tawa, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Reckless Driver Convicted on Murder Charge : Courts: Prosecution convinces jury that scofflaw Shane Kenneth Young knew his habitual speeding could prove fatal. He was drunk when he accidentally killed his friend, who was on foot.
By Geoff Boucher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
DOLLAR STORE: If you can buy a house for a dollar, there...
By Jerry Hicks, With Chris Pasles
U.S. Indicts Hyundai for Contributions to Kim Campaign : Politics: Fountain-Valley-based firm will plead guilty to three counts stemming from $4,500 in illegal donations to congressman in 1992.
By Miles Corwin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Eager Surfers Brave Treacherous Breakers
By David Reyes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE : Homes Out, Parking In at Chapman
By Lesley Wright
WESTMINSTER : Cost-Cutting Police Contract Approved
By John Pope
Update / Follow-up on the news : YORBA LINDA : Gullixson Succeeds Welch on Split Vote
By Hope Hamashige, Sarah Klein, Frank Messina and Julie Fate Sullivan
Update / Follow-up on the news : SAN CLEMENTE : Work Finally Begins on Shopping Center
By Hope Hamashige, Sarah Klein, Frank Messina and Julie Fate Sullivan
Update / Follow-up on the news : STANTON : Estrada Takes Over as City's Mayor
By Hope Hamashige, Sarah Klein, Frank Messina and Julie Fate Sullivan
Update / Follow-up on the news : LOS ALAMITOS : Wahlstrom, Jempsa Assume Top Posts
By Hope Hamashige, Sarah Klein, Frank Messina and Julie Fate Sullivan
Update / Follow-up on the news : LAGUNA HILLS : Bressette Will Push for a City Library
By Hope Hamashige, Sarah Klein, Frank Messina and Julie Fate Sullivan
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Freeway Changes Made to Boost Businesses
By Len Hall
MISSION VIEJO : Council Moves to Save on Recreation Centers
By Frank Messina
COTO DE CAZA : Board Acts to Bring New School Closer
By Julie Fate Sullivan
Toddler in Coma; Officials Probing Possible Abuse : Safety: His parents say he fell from a highchair. A few weeks before, the boy was hospitalized for other serious injuries.
By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAGUNA BEACH : Finding a Stepping Stone for His Art
By Leslie Earnest
IRVINE : Vote on Toll Bypass Delayed by Council
By Russ Loar
ANAHEIM : Store Gets Permit Despite Problems
By Alan Eyerly
Sign Removal Under Review
By Shelby Grad
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Kids Give Frisky a Fond Farewell
By Debra Cano
Pacific Coast Freeway Foiled
CYPRESS : New Rules Sought for Political Signs
By Bill Billiter
CYPRESS : Council Votes Itself a 5% Salary Raise
By Bill Billiter
City Won't Move Fair Despite Stores' Protests
By Mimi Ko Cruz
Couple Sues Bar Chain Over Accident : Courts: Plaintiffs say bartender let them drink too much before driving. Lawsuit seeks $500,000.
By Julie Marquis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Manager Raped, Robbed While Opening Eatery : Crime: Two assailants force woman into Corona del Mar restaurant and escape with money from safe after attack.
By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Two Accused of Using Store for Bookmaking Operation
By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rohrabacher Adds Claim Democrat Cheated in Race
By Peter M. Warren, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Girlfriend of Slain Businessman Sues Over His Estate : Courts: Nanette Johnston contends that she and William McLaughlin had verbal agreement to share assets. Police have named her as a possible suspect in his death.
By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Panel Hopes to Make 2 City Jobs Appointive
By Debra Cano, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Homeowners Win New Battle on Insurance Funds : Ruling: State Supreme Court lets stand decision that gives property owners--not mortgage lenders--control of most quake payments.
By Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Women, Child Die When Car Smashes Into 18-Wheel Truck : Tragedy: Oxnard mother, her baby and the child's aunt are killed on California 118 near Camarillo. The father, searching for them, comes upon the scene.
By Andrew D. Blechman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Marching to His Own Little Drummer Boy
By Scott Harris
Operations Extended for 5 Months at Lopez Dump : Waste: Raucous hearing ends in a compromise decision. Neighbors accuse city of reneging on promise to shut landfill.
By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Delegation Promotes Navy Bases : Economy: Ventura County officials and business leaders on a lobbying offensive in Washington say mission accomplished.
By Marc Lacey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Surfer Survives 10 Chilling Hours at Sea
By Kenneth R. Weiss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woodland Hills : Marines Repay Debt to Navajos with Toys
By Frank Manning
Sylmar : Zone Change on Horse Stable Is Upheld
By Tim May
Valleywide : Homeless Shelters Open for the Winter
By Nicholas Riccardi
Lake View Terrace : Another Equestrian Project in the Works
By Tim May
Canoga Park : $25,000 Reward OKd for Leads in Shooting
By Julie Tamaki
NOTABLE ACHIEVERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY : Tourette's Sufferer Both Victim, Victor
By Ed Bond, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
West Hills : ADL Opens Office to Serve Jewish in Area
By Frank Manning
Granada Hills : Cellular Antenna Foes Remain Unpersuaded
By David E. Brady
PORT HUENEME : Bank Robber With Unusual Note Sought
By Lisa M. Bowman
Firefighters Aid 2 Children With Disorder
By David R. Baker
VENTURA : Local Groups Benefit From Holiday Ball
By Stephanie Brommer
CAMARILLO : Recycler Scraps Warehouse Plans
By Jeff Mcdonald
SIMI VALLEY : Gym Reopens Nearly 2 Years After Quake
By Scott Hadly
3 in Family Die in Collision on California 118 : Tragedy: A car with two women and an infant smashes into a truck. The father, searching for them, comes upon the scene.
By Andrew D. Blechman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
12-Mile Spill From Truck Crash Soils Creek, River
By Nicholas Riccardi, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Truck Mishap Threatens Homes
Obituaries
Truck Crash Kills 1, Closes Freeway : Accident: Oil tanker explodes, setting conflagration near DeSoto Avenue that was visible from miles away.
By Frank Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Voters to Rule on Library Funding
By Eric Wahlgren
Boy, 11, Struck by Pickup in Crosswalk
By Lisa M. Bowman
THOUSAND OAKS : Frields Returns to City Planning Panel
By David R. Baker
THOUSAND OAKS : NRA Invites Sheriff to Discuss Gun Permits
By Scott Hadly
Buena Swim Center Gains Support : Recreation: Ventura school board tentatively backs the project at high school. A City Council feasibility study will look at three sites.
By Catherine Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Anaheim Council OKs Reopening of Concert Theater
By Alan Eyerly, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
D.A. Opposes Freeing Murder Suspect, 90 : Crime: Alfred Pohlmeier, who is charged in the strangulation of his wife in September, was hospitalized after falling in his cell.
By Paul Elias, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Drive-Up Pharmacy Gets Preliminary OK
By Mimi Ko Cruz
Obituaries : Mary Leonardo; Active in Portuguese Community
Tanker Driver Dies After Collision, Fire on Simi Valley Freeway
By Frank Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DreamWorks Trio Unveil Site
By David Ferrell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Questions Raised Over Restoration : Landmark: Some leaders insist on restoring the battered pier. Others say perhaps its length needs to be shortened or reinforced to endure the pounding surf.
By Tracy Wilson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
'Tis the Season : Year After Year, Detroit Lions Start Late Winning Streak to Save Coach Fontes' Job
By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ducks Show Penguins How Other Half Lives : Hockey: Anaheim ends nine-game winless streak, 6-3, and stops Pittsburgh's eight-game winning streak.
By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bing's Concept Not Half-Baked
By Jim Murray
Van Exel Steps Up in Laker Victory : Pro basketball: Guard has usual impressive game at Palace of Auburn Hills in 101-98 victory over Detroit.
By Scott Howard-cooper, TIMES STAFF WRITER
An Olympic-Sized Bargain? : Analysis: NBC's $2.3 billion for Games appears to be money well spent.
By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Perreault, Conacher Efforts Lift Kings : Hockey: McSorley also scores two goals in 6-2 victory over Ottawa.
By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pound for Pound, Roy Jones Jr. Wants to Match Michael Jordan
By Tim Kawakami
NHL ROUNDUP : This Coffey Stays Hot as He Reaches Milestone
From Associated Press
Barnett, Bellotti Stay Atop List of Candidates for UCLA Job
By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ice Dogs Stifled by Grizzlies, 4-0
Associated Press
Dodgers Complete Infield, Re-Sign DeShields
By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Arum Says Foreman Has One to Go
From Staff and Wire Reports
Arum Says Foreman Has One to Go
From Staff and Wire Reports
Notes on a Scorecard
By Allan Malamud
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / CHRIS DUFRESNE : Shooters Get Left Out in the Cold
By Chris Dufresne
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Temple Too Much for No. 2 Villanova
From Associated Press
A Fingertip Catch : George's Heisman Trophy Damaged in Airport's X-Ray Machine
Associated Press
Former Cougar Coach Friel Dies at 97
Associated Press
NBA ROUNDUP : Jordan, Bulls Are Penny Pinchers
From Associated Press
Just Preps : Notables
By Ara Najarian
Just Preps
Just Preps : Area News : SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
By Lonnie White
Just Preps : Area News : INLAND EMPIRE
By Ara Najarian
Just Preps : Area News : WESTSIDE
By George Dohrmann
Just Preps : Area News : SOUTH BAY
By Houston Mitchell
Just Preps : Notables
By Ara Najarian
Just Preps : Area News : CENTRAL CITY
By Eric Shepard
JUST PREPS : Too Much of Good Thing : Love of Soccer Leads Many Recent Immigrants to Ignore CIF Rule
By Greg Sandoval, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Out of His Bed for a Second Chance
By Eric Shepard
SKIING / BOB LOCHNER : Here's One Gift Everyone Wants Under the Tree
By Bob Lochner
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AFC : McNair to Start for Houston
Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : NFC : Reggie White Out for Season
Associated Press
Rams' Miller Out Rest of Season
Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : NFC : Reggie White Out for Season
Associated Press
The Job Front
By Bill Plaschke
Sacco Brothers Bag Penguins to Give Ducks a Boost : Hockey: David, recently called up from the minors, and Joe, recently struggling, each score in 6-3 victory over Pittsburgh.
By Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Arum Says Foreman Has One to Go
From Staff and Wire Reports
PREP ROUNDUP : Vazquez Leads Barons' Upset of Santa Margarita
Chatsworth, Miller Fall Hard, 68-57, to Harvard
By Michael Lazarus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bejinez's Return a Ringing Success : Boxing: After eight years out of the game, he starts slowly but registers a unanimous decision.
By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Camarillo Shows Finishing Kick
By Steve Henson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Royal High Regains Flush of Success With 4-1 Victory
By Tris Wykes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIDWEEK REPORT : HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS UPDATE : Seeing Double at Notre Dame
Simi Valley Erupts in Third Quarter, Then Buries Westlake
By Lauren Peterson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE TIMES 1995 FALL ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : DeVera Is Only One Trophy Short : Athlete of the year: Villa Park junior has another chance to win Southern Section individual title. She has won everything else.
By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOYS' BASKETBALL / TROY TOURNAMENT : Senik, Vargas Carry El Toro to Victory
By Mike Terry, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOYS' BASKETBALL / TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS : Old Fires Rekindled as Mater Dei Blows Past Servite for 61-38 Victory
By Paul Mcleod, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Ana Valley Stops Estancia
All-county Girls' Tennis
BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Esperanza Holds On to Defeat Santa Margarita
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Nakanishi Shines for Irvine Valley
ROUNDUP : Second Goal Proves Devine in Westlake's 2-1 Victory
BACK OF THE YEAR / RONNEY JENKINS : New Math: 3 Plays = 2,152 Yards
By Steve Henson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
All-Valley 2nd Team
All-Ventura County 2nd Team
All-Ventura County Roster
All-Valley Roster
UCLA Gets Commitment From Tackle at Valley
THE COLLEGES / JEFF FLETCHER : CSUN Women's New Attitude Not Translating Into Offense
By Jeff Fletcher
BACK OF THE YEAR / DURELL PRICE : Value to Sylmar Was Priceless
By Paige A. Leech, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Valley Football Team : LINEMAN OF THE YEAR : Crecion Has Busy Season
By Vince Kowalick
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Valley Football Team : PLAYER OF THE YEAR : Lewis Finished Season Fast
By Dana Haddad
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Ventura Football Team : COACH OF THE YEAR : Hurley Has Been a Consistent Winner
By Steve Henson
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Ventura Football Team : LINEMAN OF THE YEAR : Diedeker Dominates
By Steve Henson
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Ventura Football Team : PLAYER OF THE YEAR : He Threw Yearlong Party
By Steve Henson
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Valley Football Team : COACH OF THE YEAR : Herrington Got Missing Pieces of Puzzle
By Dana Haddad
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Valley Football Team
Los Angeles Times 1995 All-Ventura Football Team
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